Clinical Research Nurse

Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago's Clinical Research Center is seeking a CRC Nurse who will support a diverse range of studies, from multicenter trials to observational research. Reporting to the CRC Nurse Manager, you will perform nursing assessments, administer study medications, and monitor participant safety during visits.

This at-will role requires a BSN and 2–5 years in related work, adherence to ICH-GCP, data management, and collaboration with physicians, coordinators, and lab staff to advance

Qualifications

• BSN required; 2–5 years in related field preferred.
• Solid understanding of clinical research and patient care.
• Familiarity with ICH-GCP guidelines and data integrity procedures.

Responsibilities

• Works with research participants across the lifespan (pediatric to geriatric).
• Provides direct patient care: nursing assessments, protocol procedures, administering study medications and monitoring safety.
• Collects and manages data: records clinical data and supports audits and monitoring.
• Collaborates with physicians, coordinators, and lab staff to support study progress.
• Educates participants and families on procedures and timelines.
• Adheres to ICH-GCP guidelines and patient-centered care standards.
• Reports adverse drug reactions and safety concerns to the PI and study team.
• Interprets information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition and treatment plans.

Skills

Nursing care

Clinical research coordination

Data collection

ICH-GCP compliance

Patient education

Phlebotomy

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing

Job description

About The Department

Department

BSD CRC - Nursing

About The Department

The University of Chicago (UC) Institute for Translational Medicine (ITM) was created in 2007 to assemble, integrate, and create the intellectual, administrative, and physical resources required to catalyze research and research training in Clinical and Translational Science. Its ultimate goals are to train scientists and health care providers at UC and in our community to determine the molecular, genetic, pathophysiologic, and social determinants of disease and disease predisposition in individuals; to test interventions directed toward those mechanisms; and to achieve these goals in a way that is rigorous, efficient, ethical, respectful of, and responsive to our community’s needs and values. Over its thirteen years, the ITM has capitalized on the outstanding intellectual and physical resources throughout the University and at ITM affiliate Institutions, Argonne National Laboratory, NorthShore University HealthSystem, Illinois Institute of Technology, and Access Community Health Network, and on substantial institutional and CTSA financial investments, to build the infrastructure for a transformative, energized, and self-improving home for clinical and translational research, ensuring the continued progress of clinical and translational science at the University of Chicago, its affiliates, on the South Side of Chicago, and beyond.

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the Clinical Research Center Nurse Manager, the Clinical Research Center (CRC) Nurse supports a wide range of clinical research projects/studies involving various study designs and participant procedures. These include multi-center cooperative group and intergroup trials, multi-institutional pharmaceutical trials, single and multi-center investigator-initiated trials, as well as observational, registry and phenotypic studies conducted within the CRC.

This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract.

Responsibilities

• Works with research participants across the lifespan, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.
• Provides direct patient care: Performs nursing assessments, conducts protocol specified procedures, administers study medications/investigational products, and monitors patient safety during visits.
• Collects and manages data: Records clinical data, maintains case report forms, and supports data integrity for audits and monitoring visits.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, coordinators, and lab staff to support study progress.
• Educates participants and families: Explains study procedures and provide ongoing support across study timeline.
• Adheres to ICH-GCP guidelines, professional nursing practice standards, patient-centered care principles and evidence based best practices in all interactions with research participants.
• Reports adverse drug reactions and other safety concerns to the Principal Investigator and study team.
• Interprets information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition, treatment plans, or appropriate activities.
• Has a solid understanding of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Education

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.

Experience

• Two years of experience as a nurse in clinical research coordination/management.

Preferred Competencies

• Fundamental working knowledge of clinical research.
• Knowledge of patient care fundamentals, including aseptic principles and techniques.
• Ability to provide direct patient care in a professional and respectful manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to read documents or instruments.
• Ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks with occasional interruptions.
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality while handling sensitive situations.
• Ability to solve problems by applying math or reasoning principles.
• Ability to adapt to changing working situations and work assignments.
• Strong phlebotomy and venous access (IV) skills.

Working Conditions

• This role works in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.

Job Family

Healthcare & Medical Services

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

Yes

Health Screen Required

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Range

$70,000.00 - $100,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

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